2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 682 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |
